Rentsmart Insights

Does your rental appraisal add up, or just sound good?

08/10/2026

An appraisal is supposed to tell you what your rental will actually rent for. Somewhere along the way, a few property managers decided it works better as a pitch. It’s…

Market Commentary 2 min read

Pets in rentals: the rules have changed

04/09/2026

The Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2024 has permanently changed how pets are managed in New Zealand rentals. Cats, we’re told, remain unmoved. There’s a…

RTA Legislation 2 min read

Who’s responsible? – Tenant + landlord rental responsibilities.

28/09/2021

In New Zealand, landlords and tenants are both responsible for keeping the property in good condition. But sometimes who is responsible for carrying out…

RTA Legislation 4 min read

Healthy Homes Standards – New Zealand Rental Properties

01/07/2021

The what? If you are a landlord, it’s likely the 1st of July 2021 has been marked in your diary for some time, as…

RTA Legislation 2 min read

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Rentsmart services are second to none. They have made the whole process seamless. Great communication, detailed inspections and they always find great tenants. We are now in our 3rd year and could not be happier.

Mike Christie

We've been renting through Rentsmart for over a year and they are absolutely awesome. A great mixture of friendly and professional. They always reply quickly and let us know what's happening asap 😊

Jo Brydon

Rentsmart have been looking after our Hastings property since April 2022 and have been organised and professional making the process easy living overseas.

Angus McGuire

Ruth from Rent Smart has been our Property Manager for 3years. Ruth's communication has been exceptional. Following through on getting things replaced if needed & making sure Tenants & Landlords are happy. I do hope we can continue to employ this great lady.

Ally

Nikki looks after our rental property like it’s her own. I have dealt with a few rental agents over the years but this agency is easily the best I have had the pleasure of using. Nothing is a problem and our investment is looked after properly. A+

Steve Dunne

Rentsmart are a great management team. Nikki has been amazing to work with and always goes above and beyond! Her communication is first class and we have loved having her managing our rentals. Her experience and expertise in the rental industry makes us feel so much more comfortable about our investments.

Amy Little

Thanks once again for a well-managed year. We sleep easily, knowing that she has great rapport with our tenants, and has our properties under control. Have a fab Christmas, and a well deserved break!

Diane McKelvie

We have found Rentsmart such an easy company to get on with. Any hiccups are readily sorted, communication is easy and clear and our property manager is ready and willing to help resolve whatever is needed. If we have to move we would definitely choose them again in a heartbeat.

David